Career Changers

Changing careers doesn’t have to be a daunting proposition. With the support of a quality organization, it can be an easy transition.

Many attorneys, bankers, accountants, educators, and military personnel have two things in common … they enjoy helping people and have transitioned into successful careers as financial representatives with the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network.

A career as a financial representative can give you the independence you are looking for, while having the extensive resources of Northwestern Mutual available to you.

Please take a moment to read Career Changers, the real-life stories of people just like you who made this exciting and rewarding change in their careers and lives.

Jonathan Fagan
Chief Development Officer/Financial Representative

Jonathan Fagan, a 2003 graduate of CSU Long Beach, started his internship at The Waltos Group beginning the summer of his junior year and continued on a part-time basis while completing classes. He became a full-time representatively shortly after graduation."

Jonathan describes his intern experience:

"The growth potential and knowledge here was tremendous," Fagan says. "Northwestern Mutual Financial Network is geared toward building a career. We're helping people to build their lives. I really believe in that. It's great."

In addition to his role as a financial representative Jonathan serves as the Chief Development Officer for The Waltos Group.

Visit Jonathan's web site to learn more.

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Kyle Kierulff
College Unit Director/Financial Representative

Prior to joining Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, Kyle worked at an accounting firm, and managed their on and off site storage. He entered the internship program at The Waltos Group, and later became a full-time financial representative because he liked the freedom the job had to offer.

He is a graduate of California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance Management and is a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon alumni association.

Visit Kyle web site to learn more.

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Erik Gomez
Financial Representative

Before joining the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network in 2005, Erik was a full-time student and a food server. He was looking for a career that would provide purpose and meaning and also provide him with a flexible schedule and an established career path to follow.

Erik finds the greatest rewards in his career are building not only business relationships but stronger personal relationships with family and close friends. Erik states, "We are here for our clients and we strive to provide the best service to them."

For those considering the career Erik offers, "Be prepared to work hard and be in it for the long haul."

Visit Erik's web site to learn more.